One thing that has always amazed me is how so many companies choose not to put a sound physical security solution in place. Don’t get me wrong – I understand that there is a cost. Many companies simply cannot afford to devote money to a security program when they need the money elsewhere. With that said, having security systems in …
These two signs provide the same basic security advice. What makes them different? The culture of the organization. The sign on the left appears in parking decks owned by the City of Raleigh. Similar signs are found in other municipal, government, and public parking lots and decks. “Lock-Take-Hide” is a good, quick reminder to protect vehicles and property in parking …
Protus3 attended the Wake Tech AEC Symposium. Jerry Blanchard, Dana Frentz, and Kevin McQuade represented Protus3. The Wake Tech Facilities Design and Construction team presented the AEC Symposium as a way to showcase upcoming Capital Improvement Projects. Attendees heard from a variety of college speakers and panelists. Topics included Academics & Employment, HUB, Master Planning, Energy & Sustainability, Infrastructure, and …
Many people ring in the New Year with celebrations and hopes of a better year. The New Year symbolizes the ending of one year and the beginning of another even better year. Some offer advice to bring happiness and prosperity to others: Eat twelve grapes at midnight or eat black-eyed peas on January 1. My advice is more concrete and …
Chris Peterson presented “What is Integrated Security and Why Does it Matter to You?” at the Institute of Management Accountants. An integrated security program operates best when the business and security processes work together in harmony. Starting from the ground up, this presentation addresses creating a solid foundation that facilitates your company’s mission, while integrating and operating a security program …
Protus3 will provide security consulting services for OhioHealth. Protus3 will assist with facility and operational physical security improvements. First, Protus3 will meet with key personnel and conduct observations of operations and procedures. The project will also include a limited review and assessment of the existing physical security features. Protus3 will also review the current level of facility “hardening”. Using the …
Chris Peterson presented “What is Integrated Security and Why Does it Matter to You?” at the Rotary Club of Crabtree. An integrated security program operates best when the business and security processes work together in harmony. Starting from the ground up, this presentation addresses creating a solid foundation that facilitates your company’s mission, while integrating and operating a security program …
Campus security and safety of students, faculty, staff and infrastructure should be a foregone conclusion. Unfortunately, it is not. Campus Safety recently published an article entitled Parents So Concerned about School Safety They Are Willing to Pay for It Themselves. You can read the entire article here. Active Shooter Events Time and again we are horrified by active shooter events targeting …
Employee theft costs companies billions of dollars a year. This poses a very serious threat to profitability if left unchecked. Therefore, every business needs to set up some internal controls to thwart this type of fraud. This article from Hughes Pittman & Gupton, LLP entitled “Guard against Losses from Employee Theft” looks at a few simple steps to take that …
The FBI investigates many categories of crimes including travel scams. As a result, they receive many tips that can be beneficial to the public when passed along. I am glad that the FBI has increased the process of alerting and educating the public about certain security issues. This is most evident as it relates to internet and computer security. Most …